Memorial Day is known as the kickoff of summer fun. Campgrounds, amusement parks and beaches all typically mark the long weekend as their season’s opening. If you find yourself staying home during Memorial Day weekend, there’s another thing the holiday weekend is known to kickoff which might be...
A blanket of snow may be pretty to look at, but what is it covering up? The harsh winter weather takes a toll on the exterior of homes and yards, while much of the damage and debris is hidden until spring. Once the snow melts and the moderate temperatures are upon us again, it is a good time to...
Whether you are new to home improvement or an old pro, there’s one thing that they both have in common: you need to have the right tools for the job. Since the pros use them on a regular basis, it makes sense for them to own their tools. For the homeowner, however, renting may be the better option,...
Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat, spare bedding or one more air mattress, the holiday season can seem like it's all about shopping. It is easy to get overwhelmed with sales...
Skid steer loaders are among the most versatile machines a man can use when trying to complete a variety of work projects such as construction, excavation, and even agriculture. They are smaller than most heavy machines, but pack a lot of power to help you get your job done. If you didn’t know...
Every homeowner wants their home to look its best, and there are plenty of easy, effective projects you can tackle over a summer weekend to spruce up your home. These quick projects are ideal for the July 4th weekend or any long weekend when you want your home to shine. Why Do Summer Weekend...
There are many ways to winterize your home long before snow flies, but proper winter home care doesn’t stop with winterization. Throughout the season there are different steps you can take to keep your home snug and secure all the way through to spring. How Winter Can Hurt Your Home Winter can be...
As winter approaches, it is a good time to finish a variety of home projects, both indoors and outdoors. Not only will these projects help make your home more comfortable, but they can also improve energy efficiency and prepare your property to safely withstand the winter storms to come. 10 Best...
The temperature is rising and spring is calling your name. What is it saying? It’s telling you to open your windows and start cleaning. Spring-cleaning is a common phrase used by many homeowners to describe the act of thoroughly cleaning their home in preparation for the warmer months ahead. It...
We are quickly approaching the dethatching season, which is a great time to rent a power rake and aerator. Check your local rental store for deals they may offer on these items. Here are a few tips regarding dethatching and aerating so you know what you're getting into before you start. Thatch is...
It’s no secret that almost anything imaginable can be rented. Everything from party supplies to heavy machinery can be rented at an affordable price if you know where to look. However, just because it looks easy, doesn’t always mean it is. The biggest problem with renting is that there are just too...
Renting equipment can be pretty easy if done right. Even if you’re on the other side of the counter and you are the one doing the renting, it really all comes down to planning ahead, paying attention to detail, and knowing where you stand. Here are a few do’s and don’ts with rental equipment to get...
Looking to do a little spring cleaning? When it comes to washing away dirt and grime, few tools are as useful and versatile as a pressure washer. After a long winter, it may seem a bit overwhelming to look out onto your deck, patio, or driveway and see the layers of buildup left behind. Renting a...
It is easy for anyone’s backyard to become a mess during the fall months. It eventually leads to a long list of things you would like to do before the winter comes. Most people do not own the equipment for a proper fall yard cleanup. This includes equipment such as chippers, aerators, leaf blowers,...
Neglecting your lawn at this time of year will result in damage that lasts through all four seasons. Therefore, it is important to know what you must do to take care of your lawn in the spring so that you can enjoy a lush, green lawn all year, every year. Don’t fret however; spring time lawn...
Having thoughts of transforming that empty attic or basement into something useful this year? Turn the extra time you are forced to spend indoors this winter tackling the project. Research shows, you won’t regret it. The average size of the American home has only grown over the past few decades...
Refinishing hardwood floors in the home is a big job to handle. If you're going to tackle it yourself make sure you have the assistance of a floor sander you can rent from your local rental store. Proper planning before you begin is just as important, so here's a few tips to get started in the...
It’s easy to feel cooped up inside after a few months of winter. The holiday buzz has died down, you’ve finally finished putting away all those seasonal decorations … so, now what? The winter months are a great time to embark upon an indoor home improvement project or two! Whether you want to get...
Anyone who has a big lawn understands the hassle of raking your lawn for hours and being left with aching muscles. Over the course of a year, the effort you put into raking can become more taxing. To save time and energy, consider renting a leaf blower. Leaf blowers collect lawn debris quickly and...
Cold temperatures outside provide a great opportunity to take care of those long-avoided indoor home improvement projects. From top to bottom, give your home a different feel with a new ceiling color and fresh carpets. Winter weather usually has you spending a lot more time indoors, so why not...
Tis the season to burn firewood! Whether it’s your main source of heat or simply added for that cozy feeling several evenings out of the month, we rent the equipment to make it easy. Typically, if you are having firewood delivered or if you cut the trees down yourself, you will want to get it all...
If you’ve got a lot of holes to dig for a fence or something else, a post hole digger will be the most effective way for you to get the job done. If you are just planning on using it once for a big project, renting a post hole digger will be a whole lot faster than digging the holes by hand. Here...
If you’re chronically running into your garden, fence or a tree with your lawn mower just to get to the grass, it has probably sustained a lot of damage and left a lot of grass untouched. To avoid these problems, owning or renting a weed eater can help you. Here are some tips for effectively weed...
The water is coming up fast. Unfortunately it’s not in your bathtub; it’s in your basement. Cleaning up after high levels of water in your basement can be a disaster and it’s better to be proactive in that situation with a sump pump. If you’re looking to rent or own a sump pump for your home, here...
Is using that ox that pulls the plow a little out of date? Worse yet do you have to try and break the soil yourself every spring? In either case you would probably be in the market to rent or purchase a rototiller. If you have a smaller garden or you only use it once a year, renting a rototiller...
